For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 658 students in 56549, MN.
The top ranked public preschool in 56549, MN is Hawley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø preschools in zipcode 56549 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 56549, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56549, MN ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawley Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
915 7th St
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-3316
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-3316
Gr: PK-6 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Lake Agassiz Education Cooperative
Special Education School
616 Reno St
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-5678
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-5678
Gr: PK | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 56549, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in 56549, MN include Hawley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56549?
2 public preschools are located in 56549.
What is the racial composition of students in 56549?
56549 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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